History is the theme as the Wallaroos look to celebrate a special milestone against the Black Ferns in Auckland.
Saturday's Test at Go Media Stadium marks the team's 100th, stretching back more than 30 years.
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On top of this, it represents the chance for a maiden win over the all-conquering Black Ferns, who wrapped up the O'Reilly Cup with a strong win on ANZAC Day.
Rugby.com.au breaks down all you need to know, presented by Bet365.
BLACK FERNS (1-15): Chryss Viliko, Georgia Ponsonby, Veisinia Mahutariki-Fakaleu, Maiakawanakaulani Roos, Maama Mo’onia Vaipulu, Liana Mikaele-Tu’u, Elinor-Plum King, Kaipo Olsen-Barker, Maia Joseph, Ruahei Demant (cap), Ayesha Leti-l’iga, Sylvia Blunt, Amy du Plessis, Mererangi Paul, Braxton Sorensen-McGee
Replacements: Vici-Rose Green, Maddi Robinson, Santo Taumata, Amarante Sititi, Mia Anderson, Ariana Bayler, Hannah King, Shyrah Tuliau-Tua’a
- Flanker Elinor-Plum King has been named for her Black Ferns after a hat-trick in their intra-squad match last week.
- She is joined by Amarante Sititi and Shyrah Tuliau-Tua’a, both in line for their Test debuts via the bench.
- Braxton Sorensen-McGree returns to 15s for the first time since winning World Rugby’s Women’s 15s Breakthrough Player of the Year in 2025.
WALLAROOS (1-15): Brianna Hoy, Tania Naden, Eva Karpani, Kaitlan Leaney, Michaela Leonard, Siokapesi Palu Sekona (cap), Piper Duck, Tia Hinds, Waiaria Ellis, Desiree Miller, Cecilia Smith, Alysia Lefau-Fakaosilea, Maya Stewart, Faitala Moleka
Replacements: Brittany Merlo, Allana Sikimeti, Bridie O’Gorman, Pia Tapsell, Emily Chancellor, Samantha Wood, Bienne Terita, Maddison Levi.
- Alysia Lefau-Fakaosilea and Tia Hinds return to the 15s format, named to start.
- Waiaria Ellis starts at flyhalf for the first time, shifting Faitala Moleka to fullback.
- Maddison Levi and Pia Tapsell are set for their Wallaroos debuts off the bench.
- The Wallaroos have never defeated the Black Ferns in their 30 Tests.
- The Black Ferns have won their last four matches, scoring over 35 points in each of these wins.
- The Wallaroos have been held to under ten points in four of their last six matches.
Amy du Plessis v Alysia Lefau-Fakaosilea
Saturday’s Test provides an interesting look into the value the Sevens stars can add to the Wallaroos, with Lefau-Fakaosilea lining up against one of the best in du Plessis.
It’s been close to seven years since ‘ALF’ last featured for the Wallaroos, with her strength and powerful ball running a key asset.
du Plessis has tormented the Wallaroos in the past and if Lefau-Fakaosilea can limit her opportunities, it could pave the way for a close encounter.
Black Ferns by 12
